Shadowing Practice: Shakira and Pique moments that Aged HORRIBLY~BIZARRAP - Learn English Speaking with Video

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It happens to all of us once in a while, you know?
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Us women.
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I guess that you think that you're in a real relationship and it's not as real as it seems.
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So I go to the refrigerator to find out the truth.
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Shakira has put up a giant witch doll that overlooks her mother-in-law's home.
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This is what the doll looks like.
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We're not kidding.
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I'm going for 22.
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You changed a Ferrari for a Twingo.
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You changed a Rolex for a Casio.
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Casio has given us the clocks and we have an agreement with Casio.
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I wasn't a soccer fan, so I didn't know who he was.
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When I when I saw the video I was like hmm, that one's kind of cute And then someone decided to introduce us.
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Yeah You two are married, but you're not officially married.
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Marriage scares the out of me I don't want him to see me as the wife.
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I'd rather him see me as His girlfriend exactly.
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His lover, his girlfriend, like a little forbidden fruit, you know I want to keep him on his toes.
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I want him to think that anything is possible depending on behaviour.
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At home, who cooks, you or Shakira?
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I'm not cooking.
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Neither she.
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You're a chef.
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Actually, are you not married?
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No, I'm not married.
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There's a quote that says it's like a forbidden fruit.
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She wants to keep you on your toes.
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You've got your work cut out there.
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Yeah, it's her mentality.
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I like it how we are right now.
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We have two kids, nine and seven right now.
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We work good as a couple.
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We don't have the needs to be married.
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It's fine.
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So you've asked her and she's turned you down?
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No, no, no, no. I would tell you, I have no problem, but it's not the case.
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Are you contributing ideas to what she should do i mean
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i know i know nothing about the artist world i try
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to give my fan opinion you know it's not she never
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listens to me what did uh the man in your life
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what did he have to say about this uh video did
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you tell him about the concept beforehand yeah I told him I asked him
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if he agreed with everything
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and he agreed no I want to make sure cuz he's
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super jealous you know he's like territory yeah yeah he wants to know everything's under control
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so well he's in a relationship with Shakira he better not a cheap girlfriend
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but whenever I ask for something it's gotta be good not in the material realm In other areas, yes.
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Very demanding.
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I'm gonna be a groupie.
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I'm gonna be following him around.
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Begging for an autograph, trying to get into his dressing room.
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23 is one of my most personal songs.
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It narrates the time when I met Gerard, when he was only 23.
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And how I believe in destiny and how he changed my life.
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With him now dating someone half Shakira's eight, literally, Shakira's 45, and his new girlfriend is 23.
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When I played Menomore, for him, he really liked it.
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He looks at me with those eyes like, aww, you know?
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I trained really, really hard and ate a lot of spinach and fish.
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I love fish, though, but I think I had an overdose.
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I love the culture.
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My oldest son says he is Brazilian.
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How about you, Neneen?
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Thank you.
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The biggest event tonight is that you have a great event.
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Not only the strengthening of the muscles and the muscles, but also the attention, the concentration.
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I'm a little Italian, you know?
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Yes, yes, I also have a little Italian blood.
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Yes, yes.
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Especially in a day like today, that the Yatan will celebrate.
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The Waka is a dear song to me.
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It came to me in the most unexpected way.
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I was actually taking a few days off in my farm in Uruguay
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and I walked from the barn to the house and on that walk, boom, it came to me.
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I got the lyrics and the music.
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Really, bitch?
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Really?
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Still get to have your time out though with your man as well.
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Yeah, it's hard to keep a balance.
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One of the biggest challenges that women have today, we have to do so many things at the same time, you know?
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Be mothers, be professionals, be girlfriends, and keep it all together, juggling everything around. But...
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But it is what it is, you know?
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And we have to embrace that challenge.
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I remember that session like it was yesterday.
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I was driving, it was like 4 in the morning in Miami, and I came up with the melody and the lyrics of the chorus.
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Tim, I found it, I found it!
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This is the chorus, this is the chorus!
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I've heard somewhere that your hips are insured.
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Are they insured?
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They're not.
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You made it up with that.
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You made it up with that.
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I didn't hear that anywhere.
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It's a big lie.
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She likes painting Fredix.
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I won't over egg this.
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Girl.
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That's cheating.
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Yeah, you tend to forget about it, but yes, I am a wagging factor.
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I'm very proud to say so.
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My music teacher, he didn't like my voice.
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He thought I was too disruptive for the choir because my voice was too strong.
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And even my classmates teased me.
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They used to tease me and they used to say that I sound like a goat.
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Pino, this is the co-pino, this is the zapater.
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Now you are the goat.
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So there you go.
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You did.
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Marry, kiss, or kill?
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Of Usher, Adam, and Blake, which would you marry?
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It's just five.
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Of the three of them.
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Carson.
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Can I marry Carson, please?
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I'm all for marrying the host.
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If you were my host, I would marry you.
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Thank you.
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Now who would you kill?
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Who would you push?
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Of a building?
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Yes.
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We wouldn't want him to fall.
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Make sure that there's a trampoline at the bottom.
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So that means you're kissing Blake?
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Air kisses?
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Air kisses.
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I just have to say that because you know Miranda will kill me.
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I'm gonna survive.
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I'm Cugin Spain.
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Yes, it's me, Trevor.
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Too many fans.
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Take a picture with my friend Shakira guys.
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Cause you all know me already.
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Hello.
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How are you?
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Hi Shakira, I'm good, thank you.
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Hey, thank you so much for having me.
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You have to come to Colombia with me.
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I'll show you around.
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You know, it's one of the most biodiverse countries in the world.
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If you were driving a car and you were listening to music that you love to sing along to, what song would you play?
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In your head, sound it The first album I recorded was Magia
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and I remember that it was formed by songs that I wrote between the ages 8 and 13.
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Many musicians feel the need to try their hand at movies.
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Is that something that you've ever considered?
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No. I went back to university in disguise in LA.
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I never had the chance to go to college because I decided to pursue my musical career.
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What was your disguise?
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Was it a beard?
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Yeah, I had to wear a cap and my hair up in a bun.
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Isabel was my my alternative.
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At the end of the term, did you reveal yourself?
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Did you go?
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It's me Shakira
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One question people said to me said ask Shakira whether she was surprised as a blonde white skinned I'm not
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that white, come on.
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You're not black African, Steve.
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That you should be representing the face of the World Cup in Africa.
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I think that the World Cup is about integration, like I mentioned before.
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It's about tolerance.
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It's about people from all over the world coming to South Africa, recognizing the importance of not only this country,
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but also this continent, the struggle that this continent has gone through.
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Wink!

Context & Background

In the video "Shakira and Pique moments that Aged HORRIBLY~BIZARRAP," the conversation dives into the complexities of relationships, particularly focusing on famous personalities Shakira and Gerard Pique. The dialogue reveals personal insights about love, commitment, and boundaries, allowing viewers to see a unique perspective. As the speakers navigate their interactions, they highlight the nuances of modern relationships, showcasing humor and candidness. This context provides an excellent foundation for English learners to engage with real-world conversational English, which is invaluable for english speaking practice.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

From the transcript, here are five phrases that can enhance your English communication skills:

  • "It happens to all of us once in a while" – A great way to show empathy and understanding in conversation.
  • "I'm going for 22" – A playful expression often used when discussing relationships or preferences.
  • "I want to keep him on his toes" – A phrase meaning to maintain some mystery or excitement in a relationship.
  • "Are you contributing ideas to what she should do?" – An inquiry that can enhance dialogue, especially when giving advice.
  • "Anything is possible depending on behavior" – A reminder of how actions can influence various outcomes, useful in discussions on expectations.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively practice the phrases and nuances from this video, follow this shadowing guide:

  1. Listen Carefully: Start by watching the video with English subtitles. Focus on the natural rhythm and intonation of the speakers.
  2. Rewind and Repeat: Select a short segment (5-10 seconds) of the dialogue. Listen to it multiple times to get accustomed to the pronunciation.
  3. Imitate: Mute the video and repeat what you heard. Pay attention to the emotion and tone each speaker uses. This shadow speech technique is essential in improving your fluency.
  4. Record Yourself: Use a recording device to capture your imitations. Listen to your recordings and compare them to the original dialogue to identify areas for improvement.
  5. Practice Regularly: Incorporate this shadowing site effect into your daily routine. Consistent practice will help you prepare for real-life conversations and even IELTS speaking practice.

Utilizing this step-by-step method will allow you to absorb the subtleties of spoken English naturally and confidently, enhancing both your speaking skills and comprehension. Embrace the journey of shadowspeaks as you practice and engage with English in a dynamic and meaningful way.

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.